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The Bowery Boys: New York City History

Tom Meyers, Greg Young

  • History
  • Society & Culture

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The tides of American history flow through the streets of New York City — from the huddled masses on Ellis Island to the sleazy theaters of 1970s Times Square. Greg and Tom explore more than 400 years of action-packed stories, featuring both classic and forgotten figures who have shaped the world.

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